1. India to Host Global Conference on Women in Agri-Food Systems
What happened: India is hosting the Global Conference on Women in Agri-Food Systems (GCWAS-2026) from 12–14 March in New Delhi.
Why important: The conference aims to strengthen the role of women in agriculture and global food systems.
Exam Tip: The event is organised by ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research).
2. PM Modi to Distribute Land Deeds to Assam Tea Workers
What happened: The government announced distribution of land ownership documents to thousands of tea garden workers in Assam.
Why important: It provides legal land rights and improves socio-economic security for tea worker communities.
Exam Tip: Tea plantation workers in Assam were originally brought during the British colonial period.
3. New Highway to Link Ujjain with Delhi-Mumbai Expressway
What happened: A ₹3,839 crore four-lane highway project was approved to connect Ujjain with the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway.
Why important: It will improve connectivity and support infrastructure for the Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2028.
Exam Tip: The highway length will be about 80 km and construction begins April 2026.
4. CBSE Warns Against Fake Exam Circular
What happened: CBSE clarified that a viral notice about the Class 12 English exam schedule was fake and confirmed the exam will be held on 16 March 2026.
Why important: Highlights the issue of misinformation during board exams.
Exam Tip: CBSE headquarters – New Delhi.
5. India Signs Defence Contracts for Missiles and Helicopters
What happened: The Ministry of Defence signed contracts worth ₹5,083 crore for ALH Mk-III helicopters and VL-Shtil missiles.
Why important: Strengthens India’s defence capability and supports indigenous defence production.
Exam Tip: The contracts support the Aatmanirbhar Bharat defence initiative.
6. Government Launches Nationwide HPV Vaccination Programme
What happened: India launched a nationwide HPV vaccination programme to prevent cervical cancer.
Why important: It aims to reduce cervical cancer cases among women in India.
Exam Tip: HPV stands for Human Papillomavirus.
7. President Launches Women Empowerment Initiatives in Delhi
What happened: President Droupadi Murmu launched four schemes under the “Sashakt Nari, Samriddh Delhi” programme.
Why important: The schemes focus on financial security, mobility, and education support for women.
Exam Tip: The programme was launched at Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium.
8. India–Brazil Cooperation on Critical Minerals
What happened: India and Brazil signed an agreement for cooperation in exploration and processing of critical minerals.
Why important: It strengthens supply chains for minerals needed in electronics and clean energy technologies.
Exam Tip: Critical minerals are important for semiconductors, batteries, and renewable energy technologies.
9. Delhi Launches Pink Saheli Smart Card
What happened: The Delhi government introduced the Pink Saheli Smart Card for women and transgender residents.
Why important: It allows free bus travel and promotes safe and affordable public transport.
Exam Tip: The card can also be topped up for Delhi Metro travel.
10. Vadodara Municipal Corporation Introduces Debt Management Policy
What happened: Vadodara Municipal Corporation introduced a Debt Management Policy for better financial discipline.
Why important: It makes VMC the first municipal body in India to adopt such a policy.
Exam Tip: The policy helps improve municipal bond issuance and financial planning.